The 2% Solution
The Hidden Hormone Destroying Your Health: Why You Need to Understand Cortisol Now!
Season 2 · Episode 120 · July 15, 2024 · 28:25
Dai Manuel covers cortisol, its effects on physical and mental health, and how to regulate it. He discusses heart rate variability, stress management, sleep hygiene, and diet as ways to balance cortisol levels.
Show notes
Are your stress levels sabotaging your health?
Join me, Dai Manuel, as I unravel the vital impact of cortisol in our lives and how chronic high levels can wreak havoc on your well-being.
With 30 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, I'll share personal stories and expert advice on regulating this stress hormone.
Discover the importance of heart rate variability (HRV) as a stress and cortisol indicator, and learn how modern activity trackers can be your ally.
From deep breathing exercises to yoga and time spent in nature, I’ll walk you through practical strategies to manage stress and enhance your sleep hygiene.
I'll offer actionable tips to maintain a regular sleep schedule and reduce caffeine and electronic usage before bed.
Unlock the power of supplements to optimize cortisol levels effectively.
In this episode, we'll explore how ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, phosphatidylserine, and magnesium can synergize with your lifestyle changes to bring balance.
I'll share personal anecdotes of overcoming burnout and the scientific backing for these supplements.
From the adaptogenic benefits of ashwagandha to the mood-boosting properties of phosphatidylserine, you’ll gain valuable insights to help you thrive.
Links
- Mayo Clinic
- Sleep Foundation
- American Psychological Association
- American Institute of Stress
- Harvard Medical School
- Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine
- Orlo Nutrition
- Insight Timer
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